I gave myself a pedicure today. In the grand scheme of things, this wasn't a big thing, but it made my day that much more awesome. I had friends come by to take care of some yard work, and one took my car and brought it back ten times better than it was before. I'm so grateful! It's the little things that please me most. Grand gestures are great and most often expected, but it's the little kindnesses and unexpected displays of friendship and Favor that blow me away.
I had so much on my list of things to do, but in the midst of it I looked down at my feet and decided that I needed a pedicure, so I dropped everything and did a self-spa day. I had been in a rut. Not feeling quite myself - that kind of "here-but-not-here" feeling. I came out of it a few days ago when I did some sewing. It never fails. When I get in a funk the best thing for me to do is clean or create. I chose to create the other day, and clean today (well, my feet anyway).
There is a lot to be said for pampering, even if it's self-pampering. When I take the time to sit and give myself a pedi, I can't cook or clean or fold laundry at the same time. It forces me to take a break. I have to sit there and go through the process. It had been over a month since my last pedi, so what a process it was! LOL! But I enjoyed it. I enjoyed the "me time". It's something I've had to force myself to add to my routine. With all the things on my "to-do" list, it's funny how doing me was not a priority. That's not good.
As a "Stay-At-Home-Mom", I love being there for my family, but I've learned that taking care of me first isn't being selfish, it's being responsible. I can't be my best for my family if I'm not treating myself the best way I can. I like to feel good in my skin. Taking time to take care of my body puts me in a good mood. And I think that spills over to my family.
Lesson learned.
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